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Friday, June 25, 2010

Roasted Sunflower Shortbread (Gluten Free) - Simple Saturday

Believe it or not, sometimes I like a cookie that is not smothered in chocolate. It's usually just after I've eaten several of the cookies that are smothered in chocolate, but still...there are times. For those times, when a nice "not so sweet", still buttery and maybe even a touch of salt treat fits the craving - try these.

Roasted Sunflower Seed Shortbread (Gluten Free)

I don't want to claim these are actually healthy, but...there is a nice amount of fiber and minerals in those Sunflower Seeds, folks - so just deal.

Mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl.Add the soft butter and stir to mix in well. Add the Sunflower seeds to the stirring to incorporate.Add the water a little at a time, mixing with a fork, just until you have a soft dough.Wrap and chill the dough for 1 hour at least, then roll to 1/2 inch thickness and cut with shapes or squares.

Sprinkle extra Sunflower seeds over the tops, if you like.Place on a parchment covered baking sheet to bake in a preheated oven set to 350F for 12 -15 minutes.*optional - while warm, sprinkle a little Fleur de Sel or other flavored salts on top.